Reasons to choose Coolpix L29
Released in 2014, Coolpix L29 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 16.1 MP effective resolution, and a 160 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Nikon Coolpix L29
vs Nikon Coolpix P510
VS
Sensor area
28 mm²
Coolpix L2928 mm²
Coolpix P510- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Coolpix L29 and Coolpix P510 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Coolpix L29MetricCoolpix P510
16.1 MPEffective pixels16.1 MP
6.16 × 4.62Sensor6.16 × 4.62
1.33 µmPixel pitch1.33 µm
1.77 µm²Pixel area1.77 µm²
56.57 MP/cm²Pixel density56.57 MP/cm²
5.62Crop factor5.62
1,280 × 720Maximum video1,920 × 1,080
160 gWeight555 g
SD/SDHC/SDXCStorageSDHC, SDXC, Secure Digital
2 AA-size batteriesBatteryNikon EN-EL5 Lithium-Ion battery Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Coolpix L29 and Coolpix P510 have the same sensor area. The Coolpix L29 has the lighter body. The Coolpix L29 and Coolpix P510 have the same effective resolution. The Coolpix L29 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Coolpix P510
Released in 2012, Coolpix P510 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 16.1 MP effective resolution, and a 555 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.